Practice Area
Commercial Trucking & 18-Wheeler Accident Claims
Trucking cases are among the most complex in personal injury law. Multiple parties, federal regulations, and well-funded defense teams make early, thorough investigation essential.
Why Trucking Cases Are Different
A collision involving a commercial truck is not simply a larger version of a car accident. Federal motor carrier regulations govern driver hours, vehicle maintenance, cargo loading, and licensing. Multiple parties may share liability — the driver, the trucking company, the cargo owner, a maintenance contractor, or a vehicle manufacturer. And the insurer defending the trucking company typically has experienced counsel and significant resources. These cases require an attorney who understands the regulatory framework, knows how to preserve critical evidence quickly, and is prepared to litigate against well-resourced defendants.
What These Cases Involve
Federal Regulatory Compliance
We examine whether the driver and carrier complied with FMCSA hours-of-service rules, inspection requirements, and driver qualification standards.
Evidence Preservation
Trucking companies are required to retain certain records — but not indefinitely. We move quickly to preserve electronic logging device data, driver logs, maintenance records, and black box data before it is lost or overwritten.
Identifying All Liable Parties
We investigate the full chain of responsibility: the driver, the motor carrier, the shipper, the broker, and any maintenance or leasing companies involved.
Litigation Against Insurers
Commercial trucking policies carry substantial limits. We pursue the full coverage available and are prepared to litigate when the insurer refuses a fair resolution.
Act Quickly — Evidence Disappears
Electronic logging device data, dashcam footage, and driver qualification files may be overwritten or destroyed within days or weeks of an accident. If you or a family member has been injured in a trucking accident, contact us as soon as possible so we can take steps to preserve the evidence your case depends on.